News Writing

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What is the primary focus of news writing in journalistic writing?

To entertain the reader

To persuade the reader

To inform the reader (correct)

To narrate a story

What is the main difference between news writing and feature writing?

Purpose of the article (correct)

Length of the article

Tone of the article

Format of the article

What is essential in academic writing conventions?

Using active and passive construction

Using direct and reported speech

Using parallel structures

All of the above (correct)

What is the primary purpose of a news article?

To inform the reader Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element in constructing well-written research outputs?

Using academic writing conventions Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential skill in news writing?

Ability to inform Signup and view all the answers

What is a common topic in news writing?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a key learning activity in campus journalism?

Active Recitation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the 'proximity' element in news?

To increase relatability by emphasizing the closeness of the event Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of news according to the text?

Any event, idea or opinion that is timely, that interests or affects a large number of persons in a community, and that is capable of being understood by them Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between news article writing and other forms of journalistic writing?

The purpose of the writing Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the 'universal guideline' for writers to determine newsworthiness?

No specific name is mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the 'oddity' element in news?

To create curiosity among the audience with unique events Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the 'prominence' element in news?

Famous personalities, places, and events Signup and view all the answers

What is the lesson objective that focuses on the structure of a news article?

Identify the elements and structure of a news article Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the university where the Campus Journalism course is being taken?

University of Santo Tomas Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of including human interest in a news article?

To give a touch of humanity and evoke emotions Signup and view all the answers

What type of news element is prominent in a headline that highlights a struggle or disagreement between opposing forces?

Conflict Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of news gathering?

To cover the actual event or happening Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'C' in the ABCs of News Writing?

Clarity Signup and view all the answers

What type of source is a biography about the late President Corazon Aquino?

Secondary source Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of campus journalism?

Local and school news Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ethic in news writing?

Accuracy and honesty Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of brevity in news writing?

To keep it short and simple Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

News Writing

News is defined as "any event, idea or opinion that is timely, interesting or affecting a large number of people in a community, and capable of being understood by them."
Elements of news:
- Timeliness or Immediacy
- Proximity or Nearness
- Oddity or Unusualness
- Prominence or Names

Lesson Objectives

Define what news article writing is
Identify the elements and structure of a news article
Differentiate news article writing from other forms of journalistic writing

News Article Writing

Types of journalistic writing:
- News report
- Feature writing
Characteristics of news writing:
- Accuracy
- Brevity
- Clarity
News gathering methods:
- Conducting interviews
- Writing from documents
- Readings or research
- Conducting a survey

Kinds of News

International news
National news
Provincial news
Local news
School news

News Elements

Human interest or emotions
Conflict
Suspense
Significance
Amusement
Other news elements: change, drama, and numbers

Writing News Reports

Writing a news report follows a strict method of writing
Importance of conciseness and brevity
Integrity and honesty in presenting facts, eliminating fiction

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